Senior Project Control Officer (PCO)

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About the role

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Control Officer (PCO) to join our dynamic IT project management team.

The successful candidate will play an essential role in ensuring the effective delivery of IT projects through strong project controls. They will be responsible for the financial oversight of projects, supporting project and program managers in planning and follow-up, and offering alternative solutions when necessary. The role includes collaborating with managers on budgeting and forecasting (both financial and resource-based) and managing the overall project management environment within the company's direction. The Senior PCO typically manages several projects at once and is expected to handle small request management independently. They will also coordinate activities required for forecasting multiple projects.

What you'll do here: 

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Support the creation and updating of project schedules. Assist in organizing project meetings and maintaining action logs.

Quality Control & Assurance

• Ensure the quality and accuracy of all project artifacts, and verify that all documents are current and complete. Monitor compliance with governance rules and assist the PM in maintaining project documentation, status reports, risk registers, and issue logs.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Track project progress relative to planned milestones and deliverables. Consolidate project metrics and KPIs and assist the PM in preparing status reports and presentations.

Budget and Cost Control

• Monitor project costs and assist with budget tracking. Reconcile monthly financial reports and vendor invoices by their deadlines. Identify and analyze discrepancies between estimated, actual, and forecasted costs.

Change Requests

• Support change control processes and documentation efforts.

Risk Management

• Proactively identify, track, and escalate risks or issues. Work with teams to develop mitigation plans and resolve blockers.

What you bring to the table: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project control, project management, or a related role in IT projects.

• Strong proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Clarity, JIRA, etc.).

• Experience with Power BI, including the ability to develop reports and analytics.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is a plus.

• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.